Introduction to EDS

Education Studies (EDS) at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) offers several programs for those interested in teacher training and educational professional development. For detailed descriptions of individual programs, see the following links on our website: Undergraduate Programs; M.Ed./Credential Programs; Master of Arts Degrees; and Doctor of Education Programs.

Education Studies at UCSD supports the goal of equity and educational excellence for all K-12 students in our public schools. This goal is actualized through the academic and field components of our programs. Students learn research-based teaching practices and engage in extensive reflection and writing on their classroom practice. Students are asked to examine their teaching performance in relationship to the diverse social, cultural, economic, and political context of California public schools. EDS classroom placements reflect our commitment to prepare our graduates to become highly successful teachers in underperforming schools situated within linguistically and culturally diverse communities.